MentorMate knows starting a new business is tough; we're here to help you hit the ground running. Eight years ago, we were a two-man operation in Minnesota. Now approaching 50 employees, we've grown into a successful global IT solutions and custom software development company with a wholly-owned subsidiary in Bulgaria.
We offer multi-platform integrated application development (mobile, web, desktop, etc.). Being fast and cost-effective is mandatory when starting a new business, but unusual requirements don't need to lead to unusually large rates. When a potential client approached us and wanted to webcast their local government meetings, we adapted to fit their budget. We used open source software to eliminate 90% of the development cost and get the business running.
New businesses often need more than software, though. Our web marketing team can help you by establishing a web presence. Our web developers specialize in several languages (PHP, Java, .NET, and more). Our graphic designers, user interface experts, and copywriters make sure your site is easy to use and conveys the message you want. Our search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM) consultants will drive traffic to your site to edge out the competition. When establishing a web presence, we can do it from the ground up, or offer these services a la carte to best meet your needs.
New software and new technology means a new workflow. If you need help getting acclimated with your IT solution, we also offer business automation services. New technology is only cost-effective if you're using it wisely.
If you've already established a web presence, or need some help taking your business to the next level, we've got experience helping businesses grow, too.
As you grow, new business needs bring about change, but that doesn't mean you need to start from scratch. Cost-effective means working with what you've already got; our software integration services can help! We can perform web-integration of a desktop application, or make a desktop application from a web application.
Most recently, we've used our software integration services to help a construction company whose client base had been growing rapidly. They'd received lots of praise for their web services, but heard multiple requests for aerial photography and diagramming functionality. We worked with their existing code to extend the application and integrate with Flash to implement the new features on a tight deadline. Our software integration services ensured that their application was ready to go before their big season hit.
Maybe you're running a one-man show and looking for a new way to sell because business is picking up. You might not need help in the form of new people, but rather a smarter workflow. Our software integration services and business automation services can help here too. We've built online stores with payment processing that integrate with Quickbooks, production and customer relationship management systems to streamline businesses.
Remember, it's always a good idea to stay up-to-date with your SEO. SEO is competitive and ongoing; your website can't work for you if it doesn't get the exposure it needs.
Whether you'd like to work with a fixed bid, time & materials bid, or a retainer method, MentorMate is flexible toward your budgetary needs. We offer different business models and payment plans because every situation is different. We work how you need us to.
We're based in Minnesota, but we've helped companies from all over the United States as well as Europe. If you need help starting a new business or establishing a web presence, or you're curious about our software integration services or business automation services, call us at 612-217-2575, or fill out our contact form.